Evolène

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Resort Overview

Cultural wealth complements natural beauty at Evolène, where 40km of uncrowded slopes spread across a spectacular Alpine landscape reaching 2,570m. This distinctive destination balances accessible skiing terrain with remarkable preservation of Valais mountain traditions, creating an atmosphere that feels genuinely Swiss rather than internationally standardized. The skiing experience ranges from gentle learning zones to more challenging natural descents, with an orientation toward recreational enjoyment rather than extreme terrain challenges. Beyond groomed pistes, Evolène offers exceptional access to winter mountaineering routes and ski touring opportunities in the surrounding high peaks. This combination of accessible resort skiing with serious Alpine possibilities attracts visitors seeking authentic experiences in a destination where mountain culture remains vibrantly alive rather than artificially preserved for tourism purposes.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

41.1km

25.5 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

38%

Intermediate

27%

Advanced

35%

Expert

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Evolène Lift System

Authenticity without excess development characterizes Evolène's lift system, where nine installations efficiently serve varied terrain without dominating the spectacular mountain landscape. The infrastructure balances necessary modernization with scale appropriate to a traditional Alpine community, maintaining the area's cultural integrity while providing comfortable access to diverse skiing zones. From village elevation to panoramic summits, vertical drops approaching 1,200m deliver satisfying descents through changing Alpine environments, from high open bowls to beautiful forest sections. The lift system's thoughtful integration preserves the Val d'Hérens' remarkable cultural landscape—a priority reflected in development decisions that consistently favor authentic mountain character over excessive expansion in one of Switzerland's most genuinely preserved Alpine valleys.

Lifts

Total Lifts

Lift Types

Lift Breakdown

T-Bar

Double Chair

Surface Lift

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Location & Getting There

The wild Val d'Hérens in southwestern Switzerland cradles Evolène, positioned approximately 170km from Geneva and just 25km from Sion in the French-speaking Valais canton. This remarkably preserved valley retains authentic mountain traditions rarely found elsewhere in the Alps, with distinctive local costumes still worn for regular religious observances and cultural celebrations. The historic village sits at 1,383m elevation, with skiing terrain rising to 2,570m on slopes overlooking a dramatic landscape that includes views toward the Dent Blanche (4,357m) and other major Alpine peaks. This isolated position helped preserve extraordinary cultural authenticity in a destination where working farms, traditional timber buildings, and continuing handicraft traditions create one of Switzerland's most genuine mountain experiences.

Evolène

, switzerland

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⛷️ Season opens Dec 21, 2025

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Season Info

When winter transforms the Val d'Hérens from December through April, Evolène offers reliable skiing with particularly consistent conditions from January through March. The area benefits from its elevated position in the Valais region, where snowfall patterns frequently deliver substantial coverage creating excellent natural snow quality throughout the season. The predominantly north and east-facing slopes maintain good preservation well into spring, often holding quality conditions when similarly sized resorts with different aspects experience rapid snow deterioration. This reliability extends the effective season despite modest snowmaking infrastructure, as the natural snow quality remains excellent on upper mountain sectors into April. The combination of reliable conditions with authentic village atmosphere attracts discerning visitors seeking quality skiing within genuine cultural settings rather than manufactured resort environments.

Current Season

2025 - 2026

Opening Day

12/21/2025

Closing Day

3/23/2026

Days Open

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